Description
These Apple Cider Doughnuts are soft, tender, and packed with cozy fall flavors. Coated in cinnamon sugar, they’re perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat, offering a delightful homemade twist on a classic seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Doughnut Batter
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp melted butter
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a doughnut pan thoroughly to prevent sticking during baking.
- Reduce Apple Cider: Pour the apple cider into a small saucepan and simmer over medium heat until it reduces to about 1/2 cup, concentrating the flavor. Allow it to cool slightly before use.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, milk, egg, melted butter, and the reduced apple cider until smooth and homogenous.
- Mix Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the doughnuts tender.
- Fill Doughnut Pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared doughnut pan cavities, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the doughnut centers comes out clean.
- Coat Doughnuts: Remove the doughnuts from the oven and let them cool slightly to handle. Brush each doughnut with melted butter, then dip or roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the doughnuts warm for the best texture and flavor. They make a perfect treat for breakfast, dessert, or snack time.
Notes
- Doughnuts are best enjoyed fresh to maintain their soft texture and flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to keep them from drying out.
- Feel free to reheat the doughnuts briefly in the microwave or oven before serving to revive their softness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the milk with almond or oat milk and use a plant-based butter alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
